What is the cheapest way to get from Newcastle to Sydney?

The cheapest way to get from Newcastle to Sydney is to train which costs $10 - $13 and takes 2h 54m.

What is the fastest way to get from Newcastle to Sydney?

The fastest way to get from Newcastle to Sydney is to drive which takes 2h 2m and costs $27 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Newcastle and Sydney?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Newcastle and arriving at Central Station station. Services depart five times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Newcastle and Sydney?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Newcastle Interchange and arriving at Central Station station. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 54m.

How far is it from Newcastle to Sydney?

The distance between Newcastle and Sydney is 155 km. The road distance is 152.5 km.

How do I travel from Newcastle to Sydney without a car?

The best way to get from Newcastle to Sydney without a car is to bus which takes 2h 40m and costs $29 - $60.

How long does it take to get from Newcastle to Sydney?

The bus from Newcastle to Central Station takes 2h 40m including transfers and departs five times a day.

Where do I catch the Newcastle to Sydney bus from?

Newcastle to Sydney bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, depart from Newcastle station.

Where do I catch the Newcastle to Sydney train from?

Newcastle to Sydney train services, operated by Intercity Trains, depart from Newcastle Interchange station.

Train or bus from Newcastle to Sydney?

The best way to get from Newcastle to Sydney is to bus which takes 2h 40m and costs $29 - $60. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $10 - $13 and takes 2h 54m.

Where does the Newcastle to Sydney bus arrive?

Newcastle to Sydney bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, arrive at Central Station.

Where does the Newcastle to Sydney train arrive?

Newcastle to Sydney train services, operated by Intercity Trains, arrive at Central Station.

Can I drive from Newcastle to Sydney?

Yes, the driving distance between Newcastle to Sydney is 152 km. It takes approximately 2h 2m to drive from Newcastle to Sydney.

How do I get a train ticket from Newcastle to Sydney?

Book your Newcastle to Sydney train tickets online with 12go.asia.

How do I get a bus ticket from Newcastle to Sydney?

Book your Newcastle to Sydney bus tickets online with Omio and 12go.asia.

Where can I stay near Sydney?

There are 5206+ hotels available in Sydney.

Newcastle to Sydney - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Newcastle to Sydney by bus (Greyhound), train, car, or bus

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Newcastle to Central Stationbus Sydney
2h 40m
$29–60
Bus via Gordon Station
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Newcastle Interchange, Stand C to Gordon Station, Stand Cbus 15Cn
2h 50m
$9–16
Train
1. Take the train from Newcastle Interchange to Central Stationtrain Ccn
2h 54m
$10–13
Drive 152.5 km
1. Drive from Newcastle to Sydneycar 152.5 km
2h 2m
$28–40

Newcastle to Sydney by bus

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2h 40mAverage Duration

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Distance: 154.9 km
Duration: 2h 40m

What companies run services between Newcastle, NSW, Australia and Sydney, NSW, Australia?

Greyhound Australia operates a bus from Newcastle to Central Station 4 times a day. Tickets cost $35–60 and the journey takes 2h 40m. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, Intercity Trains operates a train from Newcastle Interchange to Central Station every 30 minutes. Tickets cost $10–13 and the journey takes 2h 54m.

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